MAFS Grooms Enjoy Wild Sydney Night Out Following Explosive Retreat Episode
A group of Married At First Sight grooms were clearly in the mood for celebration as they embarked on a lively night out in Sydney this week. Following the broadcast of the series' dramatic retreat episode, Joel Moses, Danny Hewitt, Steven Danyluk, Filip Gregov, and Scott McCristal decided to hit the town together.
Exclusive Venue and Camaraderie on Display
The reality television quintet chose an upscale location for their evening, partying at Justin Hemmes' newly opened hotspot, Club Rose Bay. Photographs captured by Daily Mail revealed the grooms appearing genuinely delighted to be in each other's company, seemingly eager to move past the recent on-screen tensions.
Before the night truly began, the group happily posed for pictures with their arms draped over one another in a clear display of friendship and solidarity. Although this was strictly a 'no partners' affair, Joel managed to bring along an unusual plus one for the boys' night.
Teddy Bear Controversy Makes an Appearance
Prior to arriving at the exclusive venue, the grooms were spotted with Joel's now iconic teddy bear, which has itself become a source of controversy this season. One image showed Scott McCristal happily cuddling the cute toy, following his bride Gia Fleur's recent apology to the bear after previously criticizing Joel's attachment to it.
Danny Hewitt also appeared keen to spend time with the stuffed animal, allowing it to rest comfortably on his lap as he enjoyed some pre-party drinks while seated on a couch. The teddy's presence added a playful, if somewhat contentious, element to the evening's proceedings.
Risqué Antics and Sex Toy Shenanigans
Once inside Club Rose Bay, the night took a decidedly wild turn when Danny Hewitt smuggled another unexpected plus one into the venue—a sex toy. The risqué item served as a not-so-subtle reference to Joel's controversial YouTube video that featured him drumming with two dildos, footage that his bride Juliette Chae had previously expressed discomfort with.
A hilarious clip from the evening showed Danny slipping into interview mode, using the sex toy as a makeshift microphone to question Scott McCristal. "Who do you think's going to stay and who do you think's going to leave?" Danny asked while holding the item aloft.
Scott responded with laughter, stating, "You know what's funny? I don't even remember. We had our own relationship issues to fix." The moment highlighted the grooms' ability to find humor amidst the drama of their television experiences.
Joel's Unapologetic Stance on His Controversial Interests
Despite his bride Juliette taking severe umbrage with his affinity for sex toys, Joel remained defiant about his interests. In the now-viral video, he openly discussed his collection, stating, "At the moment, I currently own two dildos. I'm thinking of maybe a pink one to upgrade my dildo collection."
When questioned about the origins of his passion for such items, Joel explained they had long been a consuming interest. "I've loved dildos for as long as I can remember," he said. "I actually think the dildo is the funniest inanimate object ever created in human history. So, big fan of the dildo."
Joel showed no concern about his mother Sharyn potentially encountering his growing collection, remarking, "My dildo collection is for the public, so there's no secrets." This unapologetic attitude has become a defining characteristic of his time on the show.
Marital Tensions and Compatibility Concerns
The affable groom found himself in an awkward position earlier this month when Juliette confronted him about the bizarre drumming video. She expressed feeling "embarrassed" by the footage, which she described as "a bit weird," and demanded an explanation.
Joel attempted to dismiss the incident as mere humor, telling her, "It is a bit of harmless humour. I am just having a bit of fun." However, Juliette remained unamused, stating that the video highlighted serious compatibility issues between them.
"I just don't think it is a classy act, I just think we are completely different people," she told him firmly. Despite her concerns, Joel refused to apologize for the clip, maintaining his position that it represented nothing more than harmless fun.
The grooms' wild night out in Sydney served as a temporary escape from these marital tensions, allowing them to bond over shared experiences and create new memories away from the cameras. Their evening at Club Rose Bay demonstrated that despite the drama unfolding on screen, the MAFS participants can still enjoy moments of camaraderie and lighthearted fun together.
